Abstract: PUB063
Prevalence of Fingerprint Loss Among Patients with ESRD Undergoing Maintenance Hemodialysis: A Single-Center Cross-Sectional Study
Session Information
Category: Dialysis
- 801 Dialysis: Hemodialysis and Frequent Dialysis
Author
- Mostafi, Mamun, Bangladesh Specialized Hospital PLC, Dhaka, Dhaka Division, Bangladesh
Background
Human fingerprints are detailed, unique, difficult to alter, and durable over the life of an individual, making them suitable as long-term markers of human identity. Fingerprint loss has been observed among patients with end-stage renal disease (ESRD) undergoing maintenance hemodialysis (HD). Patients with End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD) on Maintenance Hemodialysis (MHD) may experience changes due to skin atrophy, metabolic alterations, and vascular complications. However, its prevalence and contributing factors remain poorly understood.
Objective: To determine the prevalence of fingerprint loss among ESRD patients on maintenance HD and explore potential associations with clinical and demographic factors.
Methods
A cross-sectional study was conducted on 54 ESRD patients receiving maintenance HD. Patients were assessed for fingerprint loss (partial or complete), and data on age, sex, dialysis duration, comorbidity status, and other diseases were collected. Prevalence was calculated, and subgroup comparisons were performed using the chi-square test.
Results
Among total 54 patients 26 were male and 28 were female. The prevalence of "Almost Absent" fingerprint ridge clarity is approximately 0.1852 or 18.52%. The prevalence of "Partially Faded" fingerprint ridge clarity is approximately 0.5926 or 59.26%. Prevalence was high among diabetic and hypertensive patients. About 24.1% patient faces difficulties during biometric identifications.
Conclusion
A significant proportion of ESRD patients on maintenance HD experience fingerprint loss, with higher prevalence in those with diabetes and longer dialysis duration. Further studies are needed to explore underlying mechanisms and clinical implications.